Veterinary Technician

Company: Pet Smiles General Veterinary Dentistry

Location: Gilbert, AZ

About Us Pet Smiles General Veterinary Dentistry is a privately-owned, startup practice opening in Gilbert in December, 2023. As a general dentistry-only veterinary clinic, we will provide a comprehensive range of routine dental services for dogs and cats only. We will not offer any wellness or sick pet veterinary care. Our client base consists of dental-compliant clients willing to participate in their pet’s dental care.

We are looking for Veterinary Technicians with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in the veterinary field.

At Pet Smiles, we understand the stress and burnout of working in a general veterinary practice. We believe in creating a stress-less workplace with a healthy work/life balance. We’re committed to fostering an environment where employees are motivated, engaged, and excited to come to work every day. We value diversity, inclusivity, and a culture of collaboration. Join us in a journey where your career aspirations align with a company that prioritizes your growth and well-being.

Position Overview As a veterinary technician at Pet Smiles, you’ll be a vital part of our team, contributing to our mission and success. Your primary responsibilities will include patient care and assisting the doctor during appointments. This role offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our patients while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-surgical patient preparation
• Anesthetic monitoring
• Taking dental radiographs
• Performing dental prophies
• Preliminary dental charting
• Assisting during oral surgery
• Patient recovery, care, and treatments
• Intake and discharge of surgical patients
• Filling prescriptions
• Client education
• Assisting the doctor during consultation and recheck appointments
• Discussing treatment plans with owners

Qualifications To thrive in this role and in our wonderful workplace, you should possess the following qualifications:

• 1-2 years experience in a veterinary practice
• An interest in pet dentistry

What We Offer We believe that happy and motivated employees are essential for our success. We provide a range of benefits and opportunities to create a fulfilling and wonderful work experience:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• A great quality of life. Our hours are Monday-Thursday, no weekend or evening hours
• A supportive and inclusive work culture
• Work-life balance initiatives that create a healthier work environment, great for family time
• Have time for hobbies and activities you enjoy outside of work.
• Open communication, task rotation to increase job satisfaction and eliminate burnout

How To Apply If you’re excited about the opportunity to work in a supportive veterinary dental practice and have the qualifications we’re looking for, please submit your resume and cover letter to Pet Smiles or CLICK HERE for our application form.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and veterinary experiences. We are looking forward to hearing from you.